Given the low profile of FOI in Australia, it's always interesting to see what happens elsewhere. The US First Amendment Center, an NGO which promotes freedom of speech issues is organising a national FOI Day Conference of 16 March which will include the induction of "21 champions of open government" into the National Freedom of Information Act Hall of Fame. Criteria for induction include, "long-term or significant instances of leadership, advocacy, accomplishments or scholarship on behalf of the Federal Freedom of Information Act in particular or open government in general".
There is an opening here for an enterprising Australian organisation to develop a local equivalent. Any takers?
This blog takes an interest in issues associated with Freedom of Information (FOI) and privacy legislation in Australia. Information contained on this site is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Follow Peter Timmins on Twitter: @foiguru Follow the open government cause through the Australian Open Government Partnership Network. www.opengovernment.org.au and @opengovau
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